Mid-20th Century Modern Blueish Murano-Style Glass 'Fazzoletto' Vase With Folds, Italy

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Mid-20th century Modern blueish Murano-style glass 'fazzoletto' vase with folds, Italy

By: unknown
Material: glass, Murano glass, art glass
Technique: … Read more Mid-20th century Modern blueish Murano-style glass 'fazzoletto' vase with folds, Italy

By: unknown
Material: glass, Murano glass, art glass
Technique: cast, molded, glazed, hand-crafted,
Dimensions: 9 in x 6 in
Date: mid-20th century
Style: Mid-Century Modern, Space Age
Place of origin: Italy

A graceful unmarked Murano-style glass vase that showcases the intricate "fazzoletto" technique, where skilled artisans use glassblowing to create a pleated, draped silhouette with a captivating, organic quality. The piece features a striking blue-green hue and dynamic, folded form that lend it a mesmerizing presence. The vase's undulating contours and textured surface imbue it with a nearly sculptural quality, highlighting the versatility and artistry of the renowned italian glassmaking tradition.

The vase's ethereal appearance invokes a sense of tranquility, with the pleated glass evocative of gently flowing water or fluttering fabric. See less